1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Simca Aronde (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Simca Aronde weights approximately 290 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Simca Aronde (88 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 1952 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | A 35 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 39 L |
